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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1896
Page
4
The Boston Post dated Tuesday morning June 9 1896 publishes patriotic notices and regional news items from the Democratic paper of New England. Readers find political commentary, local happenings, and notices typical of a metropolitan paper of the era.
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The piece argues that officials who refused to intervene to stop lynching should be punished to deter others. It suggests impeachment or deposition of those county and city officials who neglected their duty, noting rewards for mob criminals are meaningless if authorities responsible are ignored.
The Senate rejected the free transfer bill 20 to 12, better than the prior defeat. Support grows with Republicans Hutchinson Sprague backing the measure and most metropolitan Democrats for it. Backers predict eventual approval next Legislature and fall elections will reward pro transfer advocates.
The piece questions Governor Wolcott's hesitation to sign or veto a bill that would require Boston to spend 2 million dollars on a plan cutting South Boston off from easy access to the city proper. It marks the measure as extraordinary due to lacking provisions addressing the exclusion of a 60,000 resident area from central access.
Indiana volunteers head to St Louis to support Harrison against McKinley, with advocates arguing Harrison is a stronger executive and a safer choice on money policy. They contend McKinley’s record and the silver issue risk the Republican platform, urging a sincere sound money declaration from a Harrison nomination.
The piece argues that no country with free silver coinage remains on a pure silver standard and that gold standard nations use silver as money. It contrasts U S per capita money in circulation with silver countries and claims laboring pay improved in the United States after silver demonetization, asserting the dollar buys more essentials now.
A critical Row over Republican Congress actions. The piece denounces refusal to issue Treasury bonds and accuses the body of partisan politics, hindering relief efforts and weakening public credit. It predicts adjournment will bring relief from Republican incompetency.
Georgia Governor Atkinson issued a proclamation offering a $500 reward to the first ten men arrested and convicted for complicity in the Columbus lynching of two Black prisoners last week. The proclamation underscores punishing lynching, noting the victims were seized from a courtroom in a populated city with officials nearby and military within reach.
Marion waits as a poverty worn mother pleads for time for Nellie to marry the doctor who has spurned her. Nellie, young and educated, lies fading from heartbreak while Marion offers a keepsake portrait and the hope of a Thursday union in a tale of longing, class, and quiet sacrifice.
A short quotation attributed to Samuel Johnson about the habit of looking at the bright side of things being worth more than a thousand a year.
The Observant Citizen notes a rainy June Sunday dampening outdoor plans and amusement seekers. Civic and cultural items include the killing of a theatre license bill, Crescent Park’s summer plans, and tributes to Harry McGlewen. The piece also covers alumni events at Phillips Andover, the Theosophical Club ice cream misunderstanding, and a Boston Harbor voyage aboard the Specialist skipper Captain John Evans. Michael J. Scanlan celebrates a new baby boy, with ties to Roxbury Irish athletic circles.
The Post announces weekly prizes for Original Short Stories with ten dollars for first, five for second, and two for four others. Winners named each Sunday. checks mailed Monday for stories published the prior week. Only female writers eligible. submissions must be under a thousand words, one side of paper, include name and address, and not anonymous.
A Brockton resident writes to the Post asking New York New Haven Hartford and Albany railroads depots be patrolled to curb gangs. He recounts a punch at Kneeland and South streets and urges Station 4 and Station 6 captains to act to stop loiterers harming tenants and property values in Brockton and Ninth Street area. South Boston reader signs off with hopes for decisive action and safety.
A letter from a Boston reader recounts a Sunday ride on a Longwood car where a man pushed him off at Arlington and Boylston streets due to his race. He asks if he can sue the West End company after sustaining a badly hurt head. the conductor witnessed the event. June 8 Boston.
An observing citizen urges park commissioners to shape the ball field at Wood Island Park before the upcoming holidays. With $800 allocated for park games, baseball may lack a suitable ground unless work is done. The loam is mostly clay, hindering field quality, and the rolling stone episode disappointed cricket supporters. Date noted June 8.
A letter from South Boston dated June 8 complains that riders near Eighth Street and Bay View cannot reach Andrew Square or Washington Village without paying 8 to 10 cents. The writer notes transfer checks are refused at Dorchester and Eighth and asks why West End railroad does not issue transfers, urging prompt rights demands.
The Ninth street residents read in the paper that station captains plan a system to keep streets free from hoodlums. Taxpayers and residents anticipate measures improving safety and order.
A collage of jokes and satirical quips from newspapers recounting playful barbs about whist nights foreign nobility marriages and social pretensions. Characters reference Mrs Cumrox, Ethelinda, the Count, and figures from the Cincinnati Enquirer Washington Star and Chicago Tribune in light hearted exchanges.
Boston sends immediate cheer to St Louis in a public note dated June 6. The author urges swift aid and sympathy for tornado victims, asking heaven to grant relief and mentioning an angelic visit of goodwill from Old Boston. The piece presents a dramatic plea for humanity and support.
Edwin L. Sprague chairman of the Massachusetts State Board of Trade explains why the board did not publicly oppose the southern union station bill earlier. He notes late access to the bill, rapid readings, and a thorough committee examination revealing extensive objections including cost, control, betterment assessments, and potential harm to Boston’s wharf property and South Boston residents. He lists twelve major criticisms and emphasizes the public interest in full disclosure and careful consideration before any action.
R E Peary sails from Brooklyn on the Portia to St John s N F for a July 8 departure toward Greenland with Cornell University representatives led by Professor Ralph Tarr and a second MIT led party under Professor A E Burton. A meteorite expedition may accompany him as he aims for Cape Sabine and Smith Sound.
Cleveland leader John G Rockefeller and associates bought up the Me saba iron mines in Lake Superior and built a fleet of freighters. He plans the largest blast furnaces and Bessemer steel works on the old Standard site in Cleveland to control ore mining, transport, and steel production, making competition nearly impossible and cutting costs.
Miss Marion Rebecca Brooks daughter of Eugene D Brooks and Gorham H Davis wed at Prospect Street Church Cambridge in a ceremony attended by about 1000 guests. Rev David Nelson Beach officiated. The reception followed at 21 Lee Street with elaborate floral decor and a formal bridal party including Malcolm B Davis as best man and Edith B Brooks as maid of honor. гостей came from New York Hartford Brockton San Francisco Chicago Dedham Portland and Boston.
Cambridge Congregationalist Club gathered at the Colonial Club Cambridge with guests from Malden Taunton Fitchburg Newton and Brockton to mark the citys semi centennial speeches followed. Inman Lodge 27 AOUW celebrated its fifteenth anniversary at Red Men s Hall with Alcorn of Wal tham as speaker and musical entertainment. The annual recital by Herbert W Taylor and his pupils drew a large Cambridge audience with Edith L Munroe Dora P Damon Henry Dolan George Mendall Taylor performing.
At a special town meeting in Lexington on June 8 Everett S Locke was chosen water commissioner for three years. The town authorized 10 000 in gold bonds of 100 each at 4 percent interest payable semi annually to extend water mains. An 809 boiler for the water works 50 for a steam drill and 300 to bring water to the court house were appropriated. The Old Belfry Club elected officers including A M Redman as president and A W D Plum as secretary with an executive committee of F E Ballard R P Clapp G L Gilmore J F Hutchinson and F F Sherburne.
The Boston Primary Teachers Association held its final meeting of the year with a banquet at the United States Hotel last evening. Over ninety attended led by president Miss A. E. Newell with secretary Miss Alice May. Guests included Miss Kate Gannett Wells, Sarah L. Arnold supervisor, Mrs. Whitman, and Miss Homans.
A compact list presents sliced bananas with lemon broiled ham graham gems dropped eggs creamed potatoes and coffee as a simple meal outline from a daily table hint.
A 19th century lunch and dinner plan lists items from breakfast to dinner. It includes Quaker Oats, broiled shad, fried lobster, lamb, and a strawberry shortcake recipe with detailed steps and measurements. The note closes with Mrs. E Buckley of North Cambridge.
The Boston Post offers a weekly prize of five dollars for the best three meal bill of fare sent by women readers. Bills must read like a menu with brief preparation directions. Meals may be breakfast dinner and supper or breakfast luncheon and dinner for four to five persons, not exceeding ten dollars weekly. Entries due Saturdays with printing of winners starting Mondays. address communications to Cooking Editor, the Post, Boston. Rejected items are not returned.
The article discusses travel gowns for boat and train journeys. It highlights brown linen revived for dust gowns, noting they are attractive and practical. For steamer wear, English flannel is favored due to its non shrinking quality and comfort for long crossings.
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